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Jeanne Muchnick, Daily Voice Deputy Editor, Content, has covered everything from baby advice for Parents Magazine to travel finds for The Rough Guides to human interest features for The New York Times to lifestyle insights for prevention.com. She has been a Senior Editor at top national women's magazines including Woman's World and Woman's Day and was instrumental in the launch of Gannett's InTown, Rockland and Putnam magazines. She is also the author of Dinner for Busy Moms, a 2010 Mom's Award winner. Among her favorite things to write about: Her neighbors and surrounding communities. So email her and fill her in on what's happening near you. And, follow her on Instagram @dailyvoicefeatures.

Jeanne was formerly a deputy editor at Daily Voice.

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Port Chester's Capitol Theatre Ushers In A New Era Port Chester's Capitol Theatre Ushers In A New Era
Port Chester's Capitol Theatre Ushers In A New Era PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- You know a job is good when a) folks travel far with no complaints about the traffic and b) when turnover is low to non-existent. Such is the life of the 100 or so ushers at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester who hail from Westchester, Putnam, Rockland and Fairfield counties. "We've pretty much had the same usher team since we opened in 2012," said head usher Brian Lynch of Katonah. "Though we've added some along the way, nobody ever wants to quit." Maybe that's because perks include seeing the shows, many of which include headliners like Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, …

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For Greenwich Resident, Ushering At Cap Theater Is Music To Her Ears For Greenwich Resident, Ushering At Cap Theater Is Music To Her Ears
For Greenwich Resident, Ushering At Cap Theater Is Music To Her Ears GREENWICH, Conn -- You know a job is good when folks travel far with no complaints about the traffic and when turnover is low to nonexistent. Such is the life of the 100 or so ushers at The Capitol Theater in Port Chester who hail from Westchester, Putnam, Rockland and Fairfield Counties. "We've pretty much had the same usher team since we opened in 2012," said Head Usher Brian Lynch of Katonah, N.Y. "Though we've added some along the way, nobody ever wants to quit." Maybe that's because perks include seeing the shows, many of which include headliners such as Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, Je…

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Peekskill Resident Shares Her Favorite 'Photo Of The Day' Peekskill Resident Shares Her Favorite 'Photo Of The Day'
Peekskill Resident Shares Her Favorite 'Photo Of The Day' PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- The Peekskill Metro North train station is one of Leah Sigler-Christoffersen's favorite places and so, when we asked readers to send in photos, that's what she submitted. "It's my favorite place in Peekskill because it's always uniquely beautiful in its own way  -- every morning on my way to work in the city, and every evening sunset," she said.  "This particular evening's scenery (taken the last week of December) was so intriguing that many of the commuters who got off the train took a moment to walk to the water and admire before walking to their cars. It actually b…

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Set Reachable Fitness Goals, Westport Cycling Expert Says Set Reachable Fitness Goals, Westport Cycling Expert Says
Set Reachable Fitness Goals, Westport Cycling Expert Says WESTPORT, Conn -- Every New Year inspires a wave of self-improvement promises, which for many means reassessing their fitness goals. Here are some tips from Westport resident Rhodie Lorenz, co-owner and creative director at JoyRide Cycling Studio, with locations in Westport, Darien and Ridgefield., on how to truly stick to them.    Set one goal at a time: I usually have a hard time narrowing down my lengthy list of goals but am self-aware enough to know that concentrating on one at a time is much more doable. Be realistic: Saying you want to work out six days a week seems lofty if you c…

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Pound It Out With Mount Pleasant Fitness Instructor Pound It Out With Mount Pleasant Fitness Instructor
Pound It Out With Mount Pleasant Fitness Instructor MOUNT PLEASANT, N.Y. - Sometimes, you just have to mix it up. Which is exactly what Peggy Raiskums is doing with her new POUND Fitness classes, starting Jan. 7 in Chappaqua and Katonah. The longtime fitness instructor and Mount Pleasant resident said every five to six years, something new comes along in the fitness industry that is new and different. At one point it was spinning, then Zumba. And now, she hopes, POUND, a 45-minute full-body cardio and stress relief jam session, combining light resistance using lightly weighted drumsticks called Ripstix to simulate drumming. By fusing Pil…

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Pound It Out With New Fitness Class In Chappaqua, Katonah Pound It Out With New Fitness Class In Chappaqua, Katonah
Pound It Out With New Fitness Class In Chappaqua, Katonah CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- Sometimes, you just have to mix it up. Which is exactly what Peggy Raiskums is doing with her new POUND Fitness classes, starting Wednesday in Chappaqua and Katonah. The longtime fitness instructor and Mount Pleasant resident said every five to six years, something new comes along in the fitness industry that is new and different. At one point it was spinning, then Zumba. And now, she hopes, POUND, a 45-minute full-body cardio and stress relief jam session, combining light resistance using lightly weighted drumsticks called Ripstix to simulate drumming. By fusing Pila…

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Tell Us What Diet You're Trying, White Plains Tell Us What Diet You're Trying, White Plains
Tell Us What Diet You're Trying, White Plains WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- It's official. The first full week in January is here and with it, your first full week of resolution keeping. If you're trying to lose weight, we want to hear from you. What diet are you trying? What's working? What's not? Put your Comments in the area below or email jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com. We'd also love to see any "before" and "after" photos so together, we can all lose those last ten (and more!!) pounds.

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Tell Us What Diet You're Trying, Fairfield Residents Tell Us What Diet You're Trying, Fairfield Residents
Tell Us What Diet You're Trying, Fairfield Residents FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- It's official: The first week in January is here and with it, your first full week of keeping resolutions. If you're trying to lose weight, we want to hear from you. What diet are you trying? What's working? What's not? Post your comments in the area below or send them via email to jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com. We'd also love to see any "before" and "after" photos so together, we can all lose those last 10 (and more!!) pounds.

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Tell Us What Diet You're Trying, Putnam Tell Us What Diet You're Trying, Putnam
Tell Us What Diet You're Trying, Putnam PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- It's official. The first full week in January is here and with it, your first full week of resolution keeping. If you're trying to lose weight, we want to hear from you. What diet are you trying? What's working? What's not? Put your Comments in the area below or email jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com. We'd also love to see any "before" and "after" photos so together, we can all lose those last ten (and more!!) pounds.

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White Plains Health Coach Offers Twelve Tips For Losing Weight In 2015 White Plains Health Coach Offers Twelve Tips For Losing Weight In 2015
White Plains Health Coach Offers Twelve Tips For Losing Weight In 2015 WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- The desire to lose weight ranks among the top resolutions of the year. Here, tips from Sally Gabriel, PhD, a certified health coach who runs a program called Second Act Weight Loss with offices in White Plains and Sarasota, FL.  Get adequate sleep: Lack of sleep (ideally you need seven to eight hours a night) disturbs our appetite regulation.  Eat mindfully: Sit down and really enjoy your  meal. Eating with awareness saves a lot of calories. Avoid reading, texting, watching TV or doing anything that pulls your attention away from the tastes in your mouth.  Trad…

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